1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Monaco | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2933 mm |
